Summary / Main Purpose of Job:

Support the Mission of the Department of Emergency Services; to promote and assist in providing safety and security to Chester County citizens so they can work, live, and grow in a healthy and safe community.

The Safety and Security Operator is responsible for patrolling designated County facilities to prevent fire, theft, vandalism, illegal entry, and to protect the occupants of the facility.  The Safety and Security Operator will identify and report incidents at County facilities, be responsible for the safety and security of County facilities, and tour the assigned facility to identify any irregularities, observe protection and fire control equipment, uphold order, and enforce regulations for the facility regarding the premises, personnel, and visitors.  The Safety and Security Operator will screen, confiscate and remove any and all unauthorized items (such as weapons, cameras, recorders, and any other device capable of inflicting injury, capturing an image, or recording a sound) in the possession of an individual or being delivered into monitored facilities.

Essential Duties, Tasks and Accountabilities:

• Ensure the security, safety, and well-being of all personnel, visitors, and the premises.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures.
• Remain in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Immediately respond to emergencies to provide necessary assistance to employees and visitors.
• Protect the County's assets relative to theft, assault, fire, and other safety issues.
• Observe the screens that transmit the views of persons and their belongings (weapons detection must be 100% at all times).

See the job posting at www.chesco.org/jobs for a full list of Duties, Tasks & Accountabilities

Qualifications / Requirements:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).

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``` - Must always exhibit professional, courteous, and tactful behavior. - Customer service experience.

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``` - Flexible and able to conform to directives issued by a supervisor. - Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to listen carefully. - Accurate and detail oriented with strong interpersonal skills.

See the job posting at www.chesco.org/jobs for a full list of Qualifications & Requirements

Preferred Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

• Corrections or law enforcement background.

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``` - Basic criminal and civil law knowledge and experience. - One year or more of job-related experience.

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``` - Background in security.

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``` - Ability to use an X-ray scanner, metal detector, and other surveillance technology.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have:

• Basic Office Suite Skills, (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Explorer)
• Basic OutLook skills (Email and Calendar)
• Basic knowledge of Payroll systems (Innova).